This morning I put my t.v. on just moments before "Daily Devotions." What a blessing! Such a beautiful analogy you made with so many differentgenres of music. (I didn't realize there were so many.) Your list helpedme reflect on the many types of people, and the many ways God is seen andunderstood. Your final words summed this up perfectly when you said,"Loving music makes us similar. Loving God makes us one."

What beautiful and thoughtful words. I noted them in my notebook anddecided to get onto your website to write and thank you.There, I listened again to your appropriate and poetic words.

As a lover of music especially opera (my dad was a lyric tenor so I grewup in music), classical, oldies and jazz, I connected immediately withyour words.

Thanks so much for your kind words.

God bless you, and I bless you.Anne B., Bangor Maine

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Your daily messages are thoughtful, insightful and relevant – thank you for all that you do!

~William R. F., P.E.

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Just beautiful! I love this Peter. ~Becky M.

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Turn, turn, turn! And whadda bout Inna Gadda Da Vida? Guess we are going to have to dig out those old LP's from way back in the last century for another listen, eh? Best to you Peter. Thanks for all you do.

~Jeff

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Peter...Thank You: You are the "narrow bridge over the narrow stream" that helps us all take pause for a few minutes each day to hear His Stream Sound, and in doing so, you add spiritual value to my day...again, thanks!

~Paul R.

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Peter, I've attended dozens of retreats on Fisherman's Island, marveling each time at the artistry in that wonderful building. Then more recently I had the privilege of uniting a couple of wonderful young men in marriage at the Ocean Point Chapel--built by the same masonry artist. So I resonate with all you wrote today. And, here is a tiny littlie experience I related to my children yesterday: Today I was going to the post office and passed two small children playing in front of the Library their mom is the librarian. They were very chatty, said they were finding pretty stones. When I came back, I heard one say to the other "Here comes that old man again." I never heard myself called one of those! Then he called out "Why are you walking so slow?" I said, "Because my hip hurts." He said, "Would you like a pretty stone?" I said "Of course--would you really give me one?" He said "Yes, I would--and my brother will give you one, too." So they did, and I thanked them warmly. They said in unison "You're welcome." My hip stopped hurting. And, next time I see these boys, I'll have had my hip replacement surgery, and they'll not be so likely to call be "old"! I feed daily on your devotions. Thank you! ~John

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The HD version is wonderful! The rocks are more distinct, the leaves are more vivid, the pines and firs are more detailed, you can almost feel the breeze! The HD version is worth the wait of loading. Thank you for sharing this amazing story with us! ~Christine D.

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"Would have loved to have had this piece on New Morning, that's for sure." Rock Piles ~John W.

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I loved listening this morning. The scenery and messages were so meaningful. And, of course, I love that location. I would be happy to post.

~Peter.

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However, we greatly appreciate the Messenger!

~Joe Ch.

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"Just going to type in, when I saw Joe's message. I was going to say, we truly love our messenger, Rev Peter, and it does make a difference who brings the message, whether it is just listened to or absorbed and put into action."

~Lois

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Sorry I did not read it right at first only sent you $2 dollars so here is $24 dollars for a year I enjoy listening to the Rev. Peter Panagore on WCSH 6 every morning Thank you.

I agree about the importance of the messenger. Peter, I am awestruck by your continued willingness to lay it on the line for a higher purpose. Despite our distance, I truly feel your connection to God and to your virtual community. Never doubt its relevance or significant impact in the pedestrian world of the human soul.

I want to thank you... Do you ever wonder at the end of the day, what have my thoughts and words really accomplished today? did people listen to me, or was I just drowned out in the noise of life? Did someone say, well that sounds real good... I'll do it! and then just forget or decide it was to hard to carry on with it. Did I get through to someone? Well the answer is yes! most definitely...

It has always been my feeling that God needs, with each generation, a contemporary messenger- like the poet or musician or artist-otherwise the message is a little bit ... Dead or antiquated or distant. Thanks for keeping it alive and juicy for us! I want to thank you for doing what you do. I enjoy your devotions in print and especially the videos. There are only a few things that I look forward to everyday. Your daily devotion is one of them. ~Richard B.

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Thank you for adding me as a friend. I enjoy you every morning at 6:15 on channel 6. Thank you for doing what you do…~Karleen J.-B.

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early mornings--I ask myself, " why am I up so early this morning?" .. then I turn on the television and catch Daily Devotions and it is always like you are speaking directly to me.~Sandra O. F.

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"I loved the smeltin' parable this morning. Thank you for showing us the lighted path! God Bless" ~Michael M.

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"HD now your talking, very well done, good camera work, good composition, good message." ~ Jonne T.

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Good morning, Rev. Peter. I wanted to take a minute to thank you for providing such a wonderful service. I have been a faithful believer all of my life, however, for the last five years or so I have been focused on finishing my degree. Since going back to school full-time and working full-time I have been unable to be at my local church as much as I would like and feel a bit disconnected. Your morning devotions inspire me and keep me grounded. I especially liked this mornings "Smeltin" devotional. It was a great reminder to walk in the light. Thank you. Keep up the good work. Blessings, Sonya Sampson

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AWESOME MESSAGE joyful jeffrey

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This morning's meditation deeply moved me. How blessed we are to receive such precious gifts from God when we are truly present and live consciously. This story reminded me of an experience that I had about ten years ago shortly after my husband died.

I was walking along Ogunquit Beach on a cold and dreary April day, dressed in my warm winter parka and snow pants, when I saw a baby seal resting on the beach. An unattended dog had been running along the beach so I decided to quietly approach the spot where the seal was resting to be sure that it was safe. The pup appeared to be healthy and I concluded that perhaps its mother was hunting for food and would return to rescue the pup when the tide came in.

I decided to lie down on the beach in fetal position a few feet from and facing the pup. There I rested quietly and after a few minutes the seal began to wriggle its body toward me. I felt such joy and peace. It moved to a point where it was almost touching me, and then lay peacefully beside me. I was overcome with awe and the realization that as human beings we are intimately connected with all of God's creation.

The tide was coming in, and after about an hour I carefully rolled away from the pup, stood up, and continued my walk. This was a mountaintop experience for me. Love, Mary

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Peter,

I've attended dozens of retreats on Fisherman's Island, marveling each time at the artistry in that wonderful building. Then more recently I had the privilege of uniting a couple of wonderful young men in marriage at the Ocean Point Chapel--built by the same masonry artist. So I resonate with all you wrote today. And, here is a tiny littlie experience I related to my children yesterday:Today I was going to the post office and passed two small children playing in front of the Library their mom is the librarian. They were very chatty, said they were finding pretty stones. When I came back, I heard one say to the other "Here comes that old man again." I never heard myself called one of those! Then he called out "Why are you walking so slow?" I said, "Because my hip hurts." He said, "Would you like a pretty stone?" I said "Of course--would you really give me one?" He said "Yes, I would--and my brother will give you one, too." So they did, and I thanked them warmly. They said in unison "You're welcome." My hip stopped hurting. And, next time I see these boys, I'll have had my hip replacement surgery, and they'll not be so likely to call be "old"! I feed daily on your devotions. Thank you!

~John

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I always enjoy your show in the morning with my coffee. Thank you.

~Tracy S.

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Thank you, Peter. So many wonderful messages. Have a great week!

~Shannon

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Dear Peter, I have been listening to your Daily Devotion for quite some time but it's only been a recent development that I am compelled to listen each morning. I actually now PLAN to include you in my morning and very much look forward to it. You and Joyce Meyer have a great perspective that is decidedly about a spiritual relationship v. religion having grown up roman catholic. I am also very much interested in listening to the CD you recently mailed as I have read quite a lot about NDE's. I am of the opinion that everyone should have one - as a kind of personal/earthly correction to use a stock mkt analogy : It's never to late to change those things you are capable of changing. Thank you. Your messages are a blessing.

~Laurene S.

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Dear Reverend Panagore: I first listened to you by accident clock radio alarm and was impressed by your succinct but often-profound parables and messages. The thing I did not enjoy was around 75% of the music. I am 76 and probably out of touch with modern tastes but this morning, your repertoire was great and for me, more in keeping with your message...Just an observation, keep up the good work.

Hi Peter, I thought I had your home email, think I did at one time but can't put my finger on it, so I hope this reaches you. I have wanted to drop you a line for some time now to tell you how much I appreciated your remarks at Pam B's funeral service. I think of it and then don't get to it, forget it momentarily, hoping I might run into you alas, no more Townsend Ave. Coffee shop :- and then today, once again I attended yet another funeral of a program friend's wife who died of the disease.... also way, way too young. So I made a promise to myself that upon returning home I would email you asap...Pam and I had worked closely together during a time at BRES when she was wonderful with some of my struggling students. I was glad to have had the chance to tell the girls that. I had seen Pam just a couple of weeks before she died and she had been constantly on my mind since then. Not being involved at school now in any way, and trying quite successfully I might add to keep out of the politics and chatter/"gossip," I had no idea how ill she was. When I saw her I was overwhelmed with the feeling of "Oh, dear, what can I do?" So I did what I do a lot of these days, I put her in my prayers. She is at peace now, and I can let myself be sad for her and the three others I know within these last few short months who have also passed from this terrible disease. And I can be thankful for that peace, be grateful for what I have learned about the disease, and to listen to my higher power as I proceed through my own program in Alanon. Thank god for recovery, for the wonderful people in this program. I am thankful for my husband's recovery, one day at a time, as he reaches 6 months now. I am thankful that I knew Pam, and the others. I pray for understanding of this disease by the public, and huge, huge challenge. And I am thankful to have attended a service where the pastor, you, said words that were comforting without being patronizing, true without being hurtful, and above all, simple, kind and humane. Thanks, Peter.

~Peace, Karen C. in Maine

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I was asleep and awoke to a familiar voice, singing, and music I'd never heard before, but knew. Cat Stevens a.k.a Yusuf Islam You came on in between songs and spoke briefly, but profoundly. I'm not an especially religious man, but the divine has not passed me by and left me untouched. Your broadcast ended much too soon, but a word to the wise-and I am far from wise-has certainly been a needed whisper. I was especially encouraged by the fact that you had chosen to thread your comments in amongst the songs of a man who had been reviled simply because he believes in a "different" God. I struggle often with the sort of ignorance that excludes for any reason, usually trivial and ephemeral. May I know how to find that broadcast again, and perhaps, get a copy? I would like to share it with a friend. It was #207 I read the letter from the gentleman in southern Maine, who found himself in a position to help an older gentleman without heat in New Hampshire.For the longest time, I felt I had squandered many gifts and I can see now that's not the case. I have touched people and they have touched me, all in the tiniest ways that could have been easily glossed over or forgotten. Thank you for reminding me, Reverend.

~Respectfully, James B. in Brewer, Maine

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Thanks, again, Peter! From a very lazy efficiency nut! Lazily Efficent You got me two times, on this one.

~Blessings! Steve O. in Guatemala

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Hi Peter, Thank you for the great words as always. The Daily Devotion was an open an honest reflection to a long suffering problem in society. There continues to be that mentality that people who have been involved in AA are cured. Nye is the the cure but the arrest of a problem that is life long. When we do reach out for that hand I am responsible… I like your words and I appreciate the Daily Reflections that my program of recovery has made available for a few 24 hours.

My best and Have a great day,

~Michael of AA

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Good Afternoon Rev Peter, Thank you for this devotion. I needed it this morning. I actually re-told it this afternoon with my high school group, it had such an impact on me. More Than My Body Thanks again. Michael Youth Group Leader Lovely to visit this at a time of such unrest and danger in the world. I am reading "Boots on the Ground by Dusk" by Pat Tillman's Mom. A sobering account, indeed.

~Love, Mary

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Good Morning Peter, I love your daily devotions. Todays made me think back to when I was a young boy in school and how different things are today in the schools. I pray that young people get to know God. Seek His advice in a dispute. I have a hard time with the way they choose to settle disputes with guns. No regard for life not even there own. Please join me in the continued prayer for peace in the world. Bless you for all you do Peter Cheers, Robert, USVA

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Dear Reverend, Scientists used to believe the world was flat. They used to believe the sun revolved around the earth. When will we get to the point where they “used to believe” there was no God? Hopefully not too far in the future; and not too late. Keep up the good work from the good book.

Dear Reverend Panagore, I just wanted to send a brief email thanking you for your daily ministry. I watch each morning as I prepare for my day, and have been doing so for 10 years or so. My schedule has changed somewhat in the past 10 years; as a 33 year old woman, I used to spend my mornings preparing for work ... now I am lucky to be home with my 16 month old daughter. Your daily devotions have touched me so wonderfully. As God so often does in His work, several of your messages have reached me at JUST the right time with JUST the right message. One in particular gave me courage to make a decision that has positively changed the course of my life, and I think of it often. It was years ago, and I can't even remember the particulars of the message ... but it was about a talking donkey, and it was JUST what I needed to hear. Thank you so much for your ministry. This morning, as I listened to your message, I finally took the time to go online following my morning workout and donate to First Radio Parish Church. I have meant to do it so many times, and somehow forget as I get caught up in the busy details of the day. I would miss your daily ministry greatly, and while I am not able to give much, I just couldn't go another day without giving back a little of what you have given to me. Thank you again for your work, and may blessings be yours.

~Amanda C.

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Hi Mr. Panagore !!. So nice to hear from you. I am more than happy to donate. I wanted to donate 25.00, and wasn't sure if that would be a recurring payment every month or not. I would actually be happy to send more, but wasn't sure how it works with monthly payments. I will be sending more next month. I Hope you receive lots of donations. I love your show. Take care - =" God Bless

~Courtney T.

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I do try to put my faith and trust in God. Sometimes that's easy to do and well, sometimes, it's not. So, thank God for "Daily Devotions"! It truly helps in getting the day going. I have been listening to it for years and even though I do go to church often, it helps to have that small moment at the beginning of the day to reflect. I honestly feel that this program is very much needed, maybe today more than ever. I guess that's why I've decided to donate some money to your program when I can. Some of the concepts, thoughts, etc, remind me of a couple of books entitled "There's a Spiritual Answer to Every Problem" and "Wisdom of the Ages" by Dr. Wayne Dyer. His books have helped me to get a different perspective on life and encourages me to find time to reflect and meditate... which is something that I should discipline myself to do more often.

~Suzanne Mc.

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“You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you.” Augustine

~ Br. James K. re: Soul Hole

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Re: Wind Flowers -------Hi Peter-- I never comment on your writings, but today's was pretty relevant for me as I try with increasing confusion to figure out the ins and outs of staying in Guatemala-- when you discover that helping others is what feeds your soul, and then you realize that you can't afford to keep doing it, it's nice to have a reminder that there is value in keeping on trying, and that we're allowed to want things that are good for us. Thanks.

~Amanda

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Hi Peter, I loved the side message of getting massages for one and then that they our worth our paying for them ourselves. Also, I liked a bumper sticker message that Priscilla on show 106 Yoga MPBN shared this morning. S/he who laughs........lasts! Nice.

~In Touch, Charlo

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Your note "Heartwood": "Amen--Thank you for starting my day with such great inspiration, Peter. You have enriched my life! <3"

~ Elaine M. B.

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Your note "Heartwood". "Amen Amen- beautifully written. You bring us to the beauty of illuminated moss and leaves in just a few words. Love your point about that gentle knocking. I think we all, when we see God's Will Blossom in a brother or a sister, rejoice on some level, and use it as an opportunity to listen for what pearls might be forming from our own heart's sand too..."

~Wendy Mc. B.

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Just can't describe what this meant this morning...sometimes, Peter, it takes YOU to put things in perspective, and then we can move past the hurt, anger, or whatever, and into our day, a much better person because of what you have shared with us. Thanks, and God bless your day. ~Lois and Willis

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Peter, your quote, "We aren't immortal but we are eternal", is truly a mind grabber. For me, the hope of Easter and a risen Christ reconciles my immortal body and eternal spirit into a place of proactive rest. I'd like to have the option to begin my Easter sermon using your quote if I may?

~Thanks, Pastor Dave F.

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Since 2000 my home has been powered by the sun. I'm an electrician by trade so after the big ice storm of '98 I installed a battery backup system for my house. I worked on Mt. Washington at the time so I was away for a week at a time and wanted a keep alive system for the house. That evolved into a solar power system that I have today. I also use the sun to heat water in summer and the wood stove has a coil that heats the tank as well. Solar prompted me to be more efficient with transportation. I now drive hybrid vehicles with electric vehicles being my next move. We are given the energy and brains to figure this stuff out. Plentiful oil caused man to go hog wild and caused what we have today. An unsustainable way of life. Not to mention what man has done to harm our planet little by little over the last 100 years. We were given oil but man didn't use it responsibly as it turns out.

Hi there, Can you tell me where to read in the Bible about the 2 creation stories?

You mentioned it in I think yesterday's DD and typical me.....after 47 years....I thought there was only one : Thank you for your work! God Bless

~Lisa

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Lovely poem and prose. Is a 'timber doodle' some kind of woodpecker? A Timberdoodle is an American Woodcock.

~W. B.

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"Praise God,Peter...you are an instrument for spreading His word.With God before us who can be against us?"

~Don D.

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Hi, Peter, Some thoughts on today's meditation: I'm not sure I want to be tantalized. The word comes from the Greek Tantalus, who cut up his son Pelops and tried to serve him to the gods in a stew. As punishment, Zeus put him in Tartarus, the lowest part of Hades, in a pool where there was a treewith low hanging fruit. Whenever he reaches for the fruit, the tree moves out of

his reach. Whenever he tries to drink, the water recedes out of his reach. I think Tantalus would understand, "rest in peace." But perhaps Robert Browning agrees with you - one's "reach should exceed [one's] grasp, or what's a heaven for?" I can pray the prayer up to the last three words. ~Thanks. Franklin A.

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Dear Reverend Panagore, Unfortunately I find myself unemployed again. After nine months of not working I had a job for a couple months with a very angry person in charge. I felt like a kid in jr high who is rejected by the "clique". I was forced to leave that situation and am now seeking legal advice to address grievances which as you know will be most costly. Then, since August 2009, I have had 3 major & very expensive dental episodes ~2 grand each. I have not been in a "good space". However, your caring, devotions and stories do help. I did sign up for the $1.--/ month donation. It is so little, but please know, it is much coming from me at this time. I would like to give much more. Please ask your viewers to pray for those of us affected by this economy. So many need good jobs and would be most grateful for prayer help. Thank you and ~God bless you, Carolyn

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Good morning Reverend Panagore-

As an unlikely fan of Daily Devotions, I thought I would write this morning to thank you for your presence each morning in my "getting ready for work" routine. I am not a Christian, and most of the time am dismayed if not disgusted with a lot of what I hear from the Christian and conservative media presence. Daily Devotions is, and always has been, a wonderful and refreshingly different Christian offering, in my opinion. This morning I decided to help keep that alive by making a donation of $24 online. That's a first for me. : For years, I listed to Reverend Glusker on WCSH in the mornings. He was my first introduction to a different kind of Christian pastor than I was used to. His morning messages were always gentle and non-judjmental, always inclusive of ALL people, regardless of religious beliefs. When I heard that he was retiring, I felt awful. I couldn't imagine that they would find someone else with that kind of truly open minded spiritual view. How could they? Then you started on the show. It took me a little bit, since I was used to Dr. Glusker, and change is always hard. But you won me over because although your personal style is your own, you are very similar in your open minded spiritual view. And THAT is the single most important message that you deliver every day. I never get the feeling that you aren't talking to me because I have a different view of what a Higher Power might be. You deliver a universal message that anyone can feel included in. It is a wonderful gift of story telling that you have, and a wonderful gift to all who view your program that you share it with us. I know that you will "keep up the good work". I want to thank you for doing that work. Have a great day.

~Robin F.

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Dear Pastor Panagore,

I came upon this story from Emmet Fox from the book "Around the Year With Emmet Fox" If you have ever explored some of the back waters within a few miles of the ocean, you will know how much difference tidal water makes. Here you come upon a stagnant pool, partly covered with weeds and slime, an unpleasant place to be near. Not far away is another pool but this is filled with clean, salt-smelling sea water, and the growing things around it are pleasant and wholesome The difference is that in one case the living ocean water pours in twice a day charged with vitality, and then flows out again carrying away anything stale or lifeless. It is this circulation of life that makes the difference between the two pools.

When the tide is out, we sometimes see a boat stranded, unable to move, but we know that this condition is only temporary because the tide always comes back and refoats the boat. As long as you keep up your daily visit with God, your soul is open to tidal water, and even if you should seemingly be left high and dry for a period, it is only a question of time before the living ocean will float you off once more.

Keep your soul flooded with the tidal water of Eternal Life and ......nothing shall by any means hurt you. Luke 10:19

Peter, Brilliant. Thank you for this message. I will never see dogs chasing after gulls again in the same way. Tally Ho. Wishing us all a great day.

~Peace, joy and love, Ted Maine

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Rev. Panagore, I am sure you will take a lot of heat for it, but I am very impressed by your non-judgmental true Christian sermon about a difficult decision many women have to make. Kudos! Suggestion: I am the proud mother of a gay son. Perhaps you could say something about homosexuality being something a person is born with as opposed to it being a choice.

~Have a wonderful day, Diane B. Maine

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Thank you for this one. It, unfortunately, hits home. Forgiving yourself is harder that forgiving those who had beaten us or emotionally abused us or worse.

Thank you, Peter. How lucky we are that God forgives! Christine D Maine

I just read this letter on your website. What a beautiful tribute to you and the fine work that you do. How blessed we are to have you in our midst. And what a very special human being Tim is. How fortunate that he heard the tag end of your meditation that day. It made all the difference in the life of that needy man. Thank you. You have such important work to do in this world.

~Love, Mary R. Maine

hahahahahahaha!!! LOVED that one, Peter...Except I wonder. Did you notice the dust bunnies when you were here at our house?!!! Guess I'd better get out the vaccuum today...and again tomorrow...then Saturday too... Seriously, I am regularly amazed at your ability to focus, create, co-ordinate, envision and present soooooooo quickly in just 2 minutes , with such fun and yet in such powerful ways for your viewers to grasp your message gifts to us. Thank you. God bless you!

~Peace, Connie New Hampshire

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Absolutely a top favorite!!! Comic of God This will be saved and passed along. Thanks for great start to my morning.

~Mary E., ME

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yes, and I enjoyed the message both times.

To be "God's fool" is a message worthy of reflection.

thank you for being God's fool and inadvertently delivering a worthy message twice :

~best, liz t

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Peter: Comic of God This brought back a memory of Father Tom, The Dancing Priest, who was in the Pittsburgh area. Six of us went up to a Country Club, in Pittsburgh to see him the public was invited in. What a great evening that was - and how great he was. It was a time when we laughed at ourselves and at each of our denominations. He wore his clerical rhinestone collar, spats and tap shoes. He gave us a couple of serious thoughts but how he helped us to laugh at ourselves and enjoy life a little more. After all who knows, when we get to heaven board meetings may be held on merry-go-rounds and angels may have laid aside their harps and are playing guitars and drums. In my 77 - no - 78 years next month, I'm finding that life with God is a party and His Son is providing the best in wine. I must say that if Father Tom is no longer with us physically he surely is with the ducks in heaven bringing merriment in his clerical rhinestone collar, spats and tap shoes adding to the thought that this is "the way life should be". So "Bring In The Clowns".

~Bill in WV

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Even better the second time Clown of God. Thank you, again.

~Jeff O.

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I love you, Peter. This is so simple and so great. Keep it up!

~Yours, Craig B., IN

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Daily Devotions and your emails really make me smile so that is a huge blessing in itself. It's nice to have such a positive program each and every day. Sometimes we forget what life is really about and your kind, well-thought out words always remind me. So...thank you too!

~Karen

Beautiful!

~Christine

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Lovely!

~Ken H.

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Too good not to share, from my friend Charlie in Hawaii. ~Jeff O.

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Rev Pete....Just a quick note to let you know how much we enjoy your messages in the morning. I'm not a fan of channel 6 news, but we tune in just before 6:15 in the morning just to hear your message for the day. It kid of helps sometimes because common sense is becoming extinct in the world these days. So again, thank you and we'll be tuned in for the future.......peace.. ~Corey S., Maine

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"I ADORE this one...perhaps the playful delivery of pestilence and truth...plus the living example of how it does feel at times, like we are going round and round and round to arrive at the truth. ~Wendy W. VT

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So Moses, gotta love the guy- a librarian’s nightmare! Takes a first edition in the author’s handwriting and smashes it in a fit of temper-then leaves us the photocopy! Go figure! Barbara H., Bowdion College re: The Life of Moses in 300 Words or Less ~Nell Th.